There’s a corner of England where time seems to have paused in the 1920s, and where every departure is really a small leap into a fairytale. It’s the British Pullman, the train that glides through the English countryside with an allure so sophisticated it feels lifted from a black-and-white film.
The carriages? A collection of true characters. Audrey, Vera, Minerva… names that sound almost whispered, each with its own story, its own details, its own soul. Stepping aboard means losing yourself among glossy marquetry, soft lights and velvets that carry the scent of another era. A place where every detail is a bow to history and beauty.
And once you’re seated, an entire world opens up.
From the British Pullman you can reach vibrant cities, elegant castles, historic homes straight out of a novel, and even the most iconic events on the English calendar. Bath, York, Canterbury… or Blenheim Palace and Sandringham, where for a day you can feel like a member of the royal family. And what about arriving at the Chelsea Flower Show or Royal Ascot directly from a vintage train? It’s a bit like stepping into a film… but in a deluxe version.
But the truth is, you don’t even need to get off the train to live something unforgettable.
There’s the most elegant Afternoon Tea you can imagine, a “Golden Age of Travel” lunch that feels like a warm embrace, and dinners created by renowned chefs that turn a journey into a gala night. And if you love a touch of mystery, you might even find yourself playing detective, following clues among characters worthy of Agatha Christie. All this while the gentle hills of Kent pass by outside, to be admired with a raised glass and a heart full of wonder.
Because the British Pullman is not just a train.
It’s a way of travelling that carries the scent of elegance, romance.
